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K-La - Kondrat, William, 2006

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Scope and Contents

Autographed photograph of William Kondrat, and a publication titled "Niagara Rapid Transit: A One-Way Ride: The Story of William Kondrat. Accidental Hero." Also present are copies of the publication and photograph. Kondrat was swimming when he was caught in the current and forced to swim through the Whirlpool Rapids. He was the first to go through the Rapids without boat or life preserver and survive.

Dates

  • 2006

Extent

From the Collection: 16.0 Linear feet

Language of Materials

From the Drawer: English

From the Drawer: French

Repository Details

Part of the Niagara Falls Public Library Local History Repository

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